Lip lift surgery
Upper lip lift, also known as upper lip narrowing treatment, for patients who are not satisfied with the length of the upper lip area.
In lip-lift surgery, the area between the upper lip, the base of the columella (the middle column of the nose) and the reddish pinkness of the lip is targeted. The ideal length for this area in facial plastic surgery is between 12-15 mm. However, this length may vary depending on the location of the individual’s peripheral features. If the length in this section is much higher than it should be, that is, if the person is very uncomfortable, then plastic surgery can be supported.
Who is suitable?
Many patients interested in an upper lip lift or upper lip shortening feel uncomfortable with the excessive distance above the upper lip when viewed with the lip. If this length is more than it should be, it makes a person’s lower face appear much longer than it is. In fact, the length of the upper lip in the vertical direction is usually about the length of the chin of the lower lip. The upper lip shortening procedure can be a very effective solution in some cases to create more proportion and one percent balance without perfect proportions.
Also, some patients may request lip lift surgery for the aesthetics of their smile. In the aesthetics of a perfect smile, the upper lip should rise and make the teeth appear at a certain rate. If the upper lip distance is more than the ideal ratio, the lip may be pulled upward, preventing the teeth from appearing properly. Inadequate appearance of the incisors can also be corrected by lip lift surgery.
What is lip lift surgery?
During the upper lip lift procedure, the excess skin in the upper lip area is removed to shorten its vertical length. One of two methods can be implemented to achieve the desired measurement. The first includes a cut made at the border of the red lip (lip roller), from which a small part of the skin is removed. As a result, the upper lip rises and shortens. However, this technique may cause a scar to protrude in some patients.
The second and most common method is to make an incision under the part where the upper lip and nose meet. Since this incision is placed in the lower part of the nose, this is called upper lip lift of the peduncle. In this surgery, the upper end of the incision follows the natural contour of the upper lip just below the nose. After removing the excess skin, the upper lip is lifted by sewing the cut edges together. It is important to cover the cut in layers – that is, it is necessary to place the seams under the skin so that the thread provides sufficient strength to maintain the proper shape. After the deep sutures are placed, the edges of the skin are aligned very precisely to make them visible in the least amount of time.
What is the recovery process in lip lift surgery?
The healing process in lip lift aesthetics varies between 5 and 7 days. Often there is swelling for 72 hours on the upper lip, which can be controlled with cold compresses. Potential pain is controlled with pain relievers that your doctor will give. Accelerate the healing of incision scars within a few weeks, and healing lasts for about a year. During this time, the effects become blurred.
What are the effects of lip lift surgery?
Lip lift surgery can provide amazing results for women who want beautiful lips. Soft, well-defined lips can improve the overall appearance of the face. Some women want fuller lips, while others dream of unique and beautiful lips. As for the latter, lip lift aesthetics may be required in some cases. Lip lift surgery reshapes the “Cupid’s bow” (two different peaks above the upper lip) and redefines the space between the base of the nose and the upper part of the lips. Many cosmetologists believe that the ideal length of this vertical area is between 12-15 mm (mm). Injectable fillers can also be applied to women who desire plumper lips. It can be discussed in detail during the examination.
How is lip lift surgery performed?
Lip lift surgery is performed as an outpatient procedure in a certified surgical facility under general anaesthesia. The process usually takes one to two hours to complete. For the first few days after surgery, there will be some swelling and moderate pain, but the results will be immediately visible. It may take several months for the final appearance of a lip lift to take full effect.